I just finished my March running “hat trick” - three half marathons in three weeks. I probably should still be recovering from February’s marathon but I could not pass up these races. I have another “hat trick” in April/May. After that, I will be back to training for the Berlin Marathon, again. Hopefully, this time … Continue reading Age is a State of Mind
New York, New York!
This past weekend was the essence of what Adventures of a Funatical Runner is all about - combining races with trips to interesting places I might not otherwise visit, seeing the sights and enjoying new experiences. I traveled to New York City to run the New York City Half Marathon. My husband came with me, … Continue reading New York, New York!
Pain and Inspiration
“One thing about racing is that it hurts. You better accept that from the beginning or you’re not going anywhere.” – Robert ("Blazin' Bob") Owen Kennedy Jr, American distance runner On Saturday I ran a half marathon at the Summit Point Motor Sports Park in West Virginia. I expected a flat course; all the race … Continue reading Pain and Inspiration
Best Post-Race Party Ever
Running a race is fun but the post-race party is a big part of the race experience too. Many races I have done have post-race parties with music and lots of beer. The Rock ’n' Roll Marathon series is well known for having a concert after their races. It was a real treat to see … Continue reading Best Post-Race Party Ever
Back in the Race
I am back home from Japan and recovering from an exciting run at the Tokyo Marathon. I continue to reflect on the race and the whole experience. It is something that I will remember forever. I could write on and on about the race but this is a blog post, not a book. Instead I … Continue reading Back in the Race
Packing for Race Day
I have been making a list of all the things I need to pack for the race in Tokyo. This is a big trip and I want everything to go smoothly. One of the worst feelings for a runner is getting to the start line of a race and realizing that you don’t have some … Continue reading Packing for Race Day
Countdown to Tokyo!
The countdown continues until race day in Tokyo and my return to marathon running. I am busy with preparations for the trip and finishing up my training. Last week I read the Tokyo Marathon Runner Handbook - a 20-page guide to anything and everything the runners and even spectators will need to know about the … Continue reading Countdown to Tokyo!
Active Vacations
This past weekend was the Super Bowl and it made me recall last year when I watched the big game on a cruise ship in the Caribbean. My husband and I were part of the Caribbean Running Cruise organized by John Bingham and Jenny Hadfield. The cruise was a great way to get … Continue reading Active Vacations
Focused on the Finish Line
The Tokyo Marathon is fast approaching - only three and a half more weeks to go. I am being extra careful these days to avoid anything that could jeopardize my trip. The memories of my fall that prevented me from going to the Berlin Marathon are still too fresh in my mind. I won’t do anything … Continue reading Focused on the Finish Line
Runners Come in All Varieties
One of the reasons I was reluctant to run when I was younger was because I didn’t think I had the body of a runner. The stereotypical image I had of a runner was someone who was tall and thin. I did not inherit the light bone structure of my Welsh grandparents, though I did … Continue reading Runners Come in All Varieties
Adventures of a Funatical Runner 